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- Patterdale Terrier Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction
- Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview
- Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Lifespan of Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Temperament of the Patterdale Terrier Versus the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Price of Patterdale Terrier versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Do Patterdale Terriers shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Does the Patterdale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Do Patterdale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Patterdale Terrier vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Are Patterdale Terriers good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Patterdale Terriers and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Is the Patterdale Terrier Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Patterdale Terrier Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Patterdale Terrier and for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Patterdale Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are Terrier Dogs. This means both the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Patterdale Terrier to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
| Factor | Patterdale Terrier | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 11 to 13 pounds | 30 to 40 pounds |
| Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 12 to 15 inches | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $680 | $1810 |
| Price Range | $550 – $950 | $1050 – $2200 |
| Temperament Score | 80.0 percent | 73.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Patterdale Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. So, you should get the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Below is a list of where the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers is 13.5 years.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers live longer than Patterdale Terriers.
Temperament of the Patterdale Terrier Versus the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The Patterdale Terrier has a better temperament than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Patterdale Terrier is 80.0 percent while the temperament score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 73.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Patterdale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 73.0 percent, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 5 Patterdale Terriers and 37 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.
Price of Patterdale Terrier versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The average price of the Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of a Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier typically ranges from $1050 – $2200. However, the price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier can be as low as $500 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 170 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.
| Patterdale Terrier | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $680 | $1810 |
| Price Range | $550 to $950 | $1050 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Patterdale Terrier and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Patterdale Terrier puppies or how many Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Patterdale Terrier puppy or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Patterdale Terriers shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Patterdale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Patterdale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Patterdale Terrier vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Patterdale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Patterdale Terriers good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Patterdale Terriers and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Patterdale Terrier Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Patterdale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Patterdale Terrier or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Patterdale Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Patterdale Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Patterdale Terrier and how the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Patterdale Terrier and of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier to other breeds:
Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Patterdale Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Patterdale Terrier and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you and your family.